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Fitter Turner

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  • Full Time

Christchurch

Job Description

We’re currently looking for skilled Fitter Turners / Machinists to join our network of engineering and manufacturing clients across New Zealand.


We have a range of opportunities available, from ongoing temporary assignments through to long-term and permanent positions.


What we’re looking for

  • Experience as a Fitter Turner, Machinist, or similar engineering trade
  • Strong practical skills and a good understanding of engineering processes
  • Experience with manual lathes and mills is highly valued
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • A strong focus on quality, accuracy, and safe working practices
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well independently or as part of a team
  • NZ work rights


What’s on offer

  • A variety of opportunities with reputable engineering companies
  • Full-time hours and ongoing work
  • Opportunities for both day shift and other shift patterns depending on the role
  • Potential for long-term and permanent employment
  • Competitive rates based on your experience and skills
  • Support from a team that understands the engineering industry


If you’re a qualified or experienced Fitter Turner / Machinist and are open to your next opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV, or get in touch with Chris or Jenna to discuss what opportunities may be available.

Phone: 033773992

Desired Hard Skills

  • Engineering Drawings
  • Engineering Processes
  • Manual Lathes
  • Mills

Desired Soft Skills

  • Reliability
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Work Independently

Culture

  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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Fitter and Turner Jobs

Fitter and turners in New Zealand are hired across food processing, timber, manufacturing, and engineering sectors. Roles are common in sawmills, meat plants, beverage production, and general engineering workshops. Employers need tradespeople who can repair, maintain, and machine parts to keep operations moving.

Day-to-day work

You'll carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on plant machinery. Jobs include machining and fabricating parts, welding repairs, and installing or aligning equipment. Many roles require reading technical drawings, diagnosing faults, and working to production schedules.

Career progression

Careers as a fitter and turner can lead into senior trades positions, maintenance supervisor roles, or workshop management. With further training, some move into hydraulic or mechanical specialist work, project leadership, or apprentice training.

Skills employers look for

Employers seek strong mechanical aptitude and accuracy in machining. Welding and fabrication skills are often required, along with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Fault-finding under pressure, health and safety awareness, and good teamwork are consistent themes.

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